Begins on page 192 Chapter 23 Early Romantic Music
Romantic Music More flowing and passionate melodies Rich harmonies Freer use of rhythm More frequent changes in dynamic levels Richer tonal qualities Many lengthy works An element of contrast
The Art Song Also called “Lied” Solo singer and piano
The Art Song Musical setting of a poem ► More than a nice melody ► Singer expresses text ► Piano important
Schubert: Der Erlkönig Poem by Goethe Singer sings four roles ► Narrator ► Father ► Son ► Erl King Copyright © 2010 by Schirmer Cengage Learning
Schubert: Der Erlkönig Through-composed Piano sets mood
Mendelssohn: Oratorio, Elijah Follows oratorio tradition: recitatives, arias, and choruses, follows Biblical text Copyright © 2010 by Schirmer Cengage Learning Story from the Book of Kings Prophet Elijah vs. worshippers of Baal Calls to Baal to light sacrificial fire are unsuccessful, Elijah’s prayer to Jehovah is promptly answered.
Women Composers Why so few? ► Was a “man’s world” ► Difficulty getting published ► Could not take advanced courses Situation now much improved Copyright © 2010 by Schirmer Cengage Learning
Summary Romantic music The Art Song ► Schubert: Der Erlkönig Romantic work ► Mendelssohn: Elijah Status of women composers